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Bombay High Court refuses habeas corpus for custody of minor children — “When both parents are natural guardians, custody must be decided through a full welfare inquiry, not summary writ”

1. Court’s decision The Bombay High Court (Aurangabad Bench) has dismissed a mother's petition seeking a writ of habeas corpus for immediate custody of her two minor children (aged below…

Rawlaw November 24, 2025

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Karnataka High Court says “Courts Cannot Remain Silent Spectators—‘Every Missing Person Is a Life Waiting to Be Found, ’Issues Comprehensive Guidelines for Handling Habeas Corpus and Missing Person Cases”

Court’s Decision The Karnataka High Court, while hearing a writ of habeas corpus petition filed by a distressed father seeking the production of his missing daughter, laid down comprehensive guidelines…

Rawlaw October 13, 2025

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Bombay High Court: “Biological Parents’ Right to Custody Prevails Over Grandparents’ Emotional Bond” – Writ of Habeas Corpus Allowed for 5-Year-Old Child Despite Pending Family Court Proceedings

Court’s Decision The Bombay High Court partly allowed the habeas corpus petition filed by the biological father seeking custody of his five-year-old son. The Court directed the police to secure…

Rawlaw September 8, 2025